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Dr. Kevin Demmitt Named Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Clayton State is blessed to have a number of individuals able to exercise leadership in times of transition. As Dr. Micheal Crafton prepares to leave us after nearly five years of exceptional service, we are delighted to announce that Dr. Kevin Demmitt has agreed to serve as Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Dr. Demmitt has served the University in wide variety of capacities over nearly 20 years, most recently in Academic Affairs as Associate Vice President for Extended Programs. Included in those leadership responsibilities are oversight of off-campus sites (especially our Henry and Peachtree City locations), on-line offerings, dual enrollment programs, as well as international programs. His breath of experiences, together with his strong commitment to academic excellence, and collaborations across programs and divisions, make him an exceptional candidate for this position. Like many of our colleagues, I am excited for this chance to work with Dr. Demmitt in this new capacity, and I know he will do an excellent job continuing the excellent work of Dr. Crafton and our other Academic Affairs colleagues.

On a personal note, I want to thank so many involved in Academic Affairs for taking time to speak with me about prospects and opportunities for Academic Affairs. Candid and thoughtful conversations about our academic futures helped me a great deal in this decision process.

We intend to begin the search process to identify the next permanent Provost almost immediately. More information on that will be shared in the very near future. In the meantime, please join me in helping to welcome Dr. Demmitt to this new position

Tim Hynes, President

CSiR Birthday Week Events

CSiR would like to cordially invite you to attend our Birthday Week Activities the week of Apr. 7 to Apr. 11. Monday, Apr. 7: CSiR will have a promo table on Main Street from noon to 1 p.m.Tuesday, Apr. 8: CSiR will be doing Karaoke and Live Music in Laker Lounge from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. **food will be servedWednesday, Apr. 9: CSiR will be having a Cake/Ice Cream Social in Laker Lounge from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. **food will be servedThursday, Apr. 10: CSiR will be live in the SAC lobby with the ladies from the "Female Chronicles" Please stop by and do a brief interview with them about your organization and any upcoming activities that you may have.Friday, Apr. 11: CSiR will be showing a film to highlight HIV awareness as well as having a panel discussion **food will be served

The Kroger Company Employer Information Session, Apr. 8

The Kroger Company Employer Information Session will be held by the Office of Career Services on Tuesday, Apr. 8, in room UC272 of the James M. Baker University Center, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Kroger Co., is one of the world's largest retailers, employing more than 368,000 associates who serve customers in 2,631 supermarkets and multi-department stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia under two dozen local banner names including Kroger, City Market, Dillons, Jay C, Food 4 Less, Fred Meyer, Fry's, King Soopers, QFC, Ralph's and Smith's. RSVP is required to attend this session. Check-in by career@clayton.edu will close at 11:45 a.m., so please arrive on time.

"Crafting a Response: Religious Expression, Private Business, and Health Care," a New York Times Talk, Apr. 11

The next New York Times Talk at Clayton State University will feature Dr. Josh Meddaugh, assistant professor of Political Science, who will facilitate a talk called: "Crafting a Response: Religious Expression, Private Business, and Health Care."

The talk, which is free and open to the public, will take place on Friday, Apr. 11, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., in room UC 267 of the James M. Baker University Center. This talk will include a discussion of the Supreme Court case Sebelious v. Hobby Lobby Inc., which may determine if private businesses are exempt from providing contraception due to their owners' religious beliefs.

A free lunch will be provided, courtesy of the New York Times, to all those of RSVP to Dr. Joe Corrado at joecorrado@clayton.eduno later than 3 p.m. on Thursday, Apr. 10.

Screenings of Slavery by Another Name, Apr. 10, Apr. 11

Please join the Clayton State Library for a screening of the film Slavery by Another Name in advance of our next event in the Created Equal: America’s Civil Rights Struggle discussion series on Apr. 16, 2014.

All on-campus screenings will be held in room UC 272 in the James Baker University Center. The next on-campus date is Thursday, Apr. 10: noon – 2 p.m., 5 p.m. – 7 p.m., and 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

An additional public screening of Slavery by Another Name will take place on Friday, Apr. 11 at 7 p.m. at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Riverdale, Ga. The address is 230 Hwy 138 SW, Riverdale, Ga. Directions can be found here: http://www.emmbc.org/index-5.html.

Women's Forum Annual Scholarship Luncheon, Apr. 22

The Clayton State Women’s Forum Annual Scholarship Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, Apr. 22, from noon until 1:30 p.m. in room 101 of the Harry S. Downs Center.

The Arbor Day Foundation has honored Clayton State University with 2013 Tree Campus USA® recognition for its commitment to effective urban forest management.

Tree Campus USA is a national program created in 2008 by the Arbor Day Foundation and sponsored by Toyota to honor colleges and universities for effective campus forest management and for engaging staff and students in conservation goals. Clayton State achieved the title by meeting Tree Campus USA’s five standards, which include maintaining a tree advisory committee, a campus tree-care plan, dedicated annual expenditures for its campus tree program, an Arbor Day observance and student service-learning project.

As part of its Tree Campus USA designation, Clayton State and the University’s Tree Committee are hosting its Second Annual Arbor Day Observance on Friday, Apr. 25, at 10:30 a.m., featuring a representative of the Georgia Forestry Commission who will present Clayton State with its Tree Campus USA plaque.

The comprehensive public Arbor Day ceremony will also include a tree planting at the James M. Baker University Center and the Clayton State Tree Committee will be giving away tree seedlings at the ceremony. Also included on the day will be guided tours of the “Plants of the Piedmont” trail, located behind Spivey Hall, the Music Education Building and the Harry S. Downs Center. Following the ceremony, there will be trees planted at various locations throughout the campus.

Honors Program Spring Meeting, Apr. 25

The Clayton State Honors Program hosts its Spring Wrap Up meeting on Friday, Apr. 25, at noon in Room B14 of the Lecture Hall. The agenda includes thanking outgoing officers, electing next year’s representatives, a brief Honors Program Orientation/Overview and discussion of ongoing committee business. Pizza and drinks will be provided. The event is free and open to the public.

Brigitte Byrd to Lead Poetry Workshop in Peachtree City, Apr. 26A poetry workshop led by author and Clayton State University English professor Dr. Brigitte Byrd will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Apr. 26 at the Peachtree City Library. Lunch is included; pre-registration is required. Send $15 (checks payable to Friends of the Library) to 201 Willowbend Rd., Peachtree City, Ga. 30269 or pay at the library.For more information: ptc.library.friends@gmail.com.

Meal Plans and Dining Dollars End Monday, May 12

All meal plans and Dining Dollars end Monday, May 12. Any unused meals and Dining Dollars will be forfeited if not used by the end of that day (the Lakeside Dining Hall will close at 2 p.m.). You can invite a friend or co-worker to lunch at the Dining Hall or take them to Jazzman’s, Pizza Hut, or SubConnection for a meal... just don’t let your meals or Dining Dollars go to waste!

Clayton County Community Emergency Preparedness Seminar, May 13Clayton County’s Community Emergency Preparedness Seminar, “Community Emergency Preparedness Takes a Village” will be held on Tuesday, May 13, from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The National Archives at Atlanta, 5780 Jonesboro Rd., Morrow. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. and the seminar will start promptly at 9:15 a.m. There is no registration fee, but registration is required. Email ccbohepr@dhr.state.ga.us for the registration form.Request from Public Safety – Enter Your Number in the Text Message Data Bank

When there is an emergency situation that could impact the safety of our campus, whether it be a human threat or weather related, we send out notifications mainly by email and text message.

Since many of you probably see the text messages much quicker than the emails, it is essential that everyone who has a telephone capable of receiving text messages enter your number into the University system to ensure that you receive the messages. It is an “opt in” system, which means that you have to personally enter your number. As a reminder, the process is very easy and quick:

·Go to the Clayton State University website

·Click on the “Swan”

·Click on “My Tab”

·Scroll down to “Emergency Text Messages” and enter your telephone number and the communications carrier (e.g. Verizon, AT&T, or other)

·Then hit “Save” and you’re done.

It’s that easy, so if you haven’t already done so, please do so now, or if you have changed numbers or carriers since last entered, please update now.

BCW Public Comment Period Currently Underway

The Babies Can’t Wait (BCW) Program is Georgia’s statewide early intervention system for infants and toddlers, ages 0-3 years, with special needs. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency for administration of the BCW system and BCW is administered locally in Clayton County by the Clayton County Board of Health.

As required under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C section 34 CFR §§303.110-303.113, DPH has published its Part C BCW application in order to give the public an opportunity to comment on the application and BCW policy. From now until Apr. 17, 2014, the public may review the revised BCW policy at the following location during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday):

David Russell, a world-renowned classical guitarist known for his superb musicianship and inspired artistry, will be welcomed by Clayton State University’s Spivey Hall on Friday, Apr. 4 and Saturday, Apr. 5.On Apr. 4, at 7:30 p.m., Russell will hold a Guitar Master Class in Spivey Hall. He then can be heard in concert on Apr. 5, at 8:15 p.m. For tickets to his concert, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200 or visit www.spiveyhall.org. Tickets for the concert are $40. Clayton State University faculty and staff tickets are 50 percent off (limit two tickets per Laker ID); Clayton State students pay just $10 (limit two tickets per Laker ID).Russell’s residency at Spivey Hall is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Georgia Council for the Arts.Russell has earned the highest praise from audiences and critics alike, including the 2005 Grammy award in the category of best instrumental soloist in classical music for his CD Aire Latino. In recognition of his talent and his international career, he was named a Fellow of The Royal Academy of Music in London in 1997. During his studies at the Royal Academy, he twice won the Julian Bream Guitar Prize. Later he won numerous international competitions, including the Andrés Segovia Competition, the José Ramírez Competition and Spain’s prestigious Francisco Tárrega Competition.

Since 1995 Russell has an exclusive recording contract with Telarc International, with which he has recorded 16 CDs. He currently spends his time touring the world, appearing regularly at prestigious halls in main cities such as New York, London, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Madrid, Toronto or Rome.

The New York Times wrote about his performance: "… Mr. Russell made his mastery evident without ever deviating from an approach that places musical values above mere display. It was apparent to the audience throughout the recital that Mr. Russell possesses a talent of extraordinary dimension."

Student Organization Open House, Apr. 5

If you have not done so already, register your student organization to have a table at the Apr. 5 Open House. To register, email Atawanna Royal, assistant director for Student Organizations, and include your organization name and contact information for the member(s) who will be responsible for your organization's table.

Boots Bargain for Body Butter at The Loch Shop

Need some makeup or facial care products? Buy any Boots product this month at The Loch Shop and receive a FREE full size body butter of your choice.

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Clayton State to Host Workshop in Corporate Communication Design and Management, Apr. 7

The Corporate Communication program at Clayton State, in conjunction with the TRUST Student Corporate Communication Agency will host a workshop in advertising design and agency management on the Morrow campus on Monday, Apr. 7. Special guest speakers at the event include two leaders in the industry who have a wealth of international experience in graphic design, digital arts and management.

Anna Terry has been working in the visual communications industry as an arts educator and graphic designer for more than 25 years. She is the Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence at Southern Poly, where she also lectures in New Media Arts, Design, Drawing and Art Appreciation. Terry has worked and taught in New Zealand, China and Colombia.

Don Hunter is an educator, artist and manager who has worked, studied and taught in New Zealand and The Netherlands. Hunter taught Sculptural Design, Observational Drawing, and has spent much of his career directing an international arts logistics company. He has also worked in local government as an arts advocate, working in urban design teams. Terry and Hunter are collaborating in authoring a book on “Creative Process.”

The workshop will take place on Apr. 7, from 12:45 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the James M. Baker University Center, room 265.

The workshop is being sponsored by the Communication and Media Studies program of the Visual and Performing Arts Department at Clayton State University, in conjunction with the recently founded TRUST Student Communication Agency.

“This is a terrific opportunity for students at Clayton State who have any interest in the persuasion industries or in art and design,” notes Assistant Professor Dr. Susan McFarlane-Alvarez, who teaches Corporate Communication and advises students of TRUST. “The workshop by Anna and Don promises to guide our student practitioners in the realities of corporate design and how to manage creative resources and ideas toward meeting strategic objectives.”

Clayton State students will compete in a vocal talent contest, the “What’s Your Forte” Talent Show, on Tuesday, Apr. 8, at 6 p.m. in the Clayton State Theatre (room G-132 of the Arts & Sciences Building).

This event also functions as a food drive, so admission is $3, but if you bring a can of food, admission is free.

Last summer a group of African Americans made a historic attempt to summit Denali, the highest peak in North America. The climb was only one chapter of the project developed by the National Outdoor Leadership School as an effort to inspire young people of color to get outside. Come listen as team members share their experiences and compelling stories to inspire future adventures!

Date: Thursday, Apr. 10

Time: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: free

Where: Student Activities Center (SAC) Laker Lounge

Outdoor Adventure also has a great spring schedule planned, from hiking to skydiving there is something for everyone! Pick up a brochure located around campus or checkout the website at http://www.clayton.edu/recwell/Outdoor-Adventure/Trip-Information. To register for an Outdoor Adventure trip stop by the Front Desk of the Student Activities Center (SAC).

How’s Your Elevator Pitch? Clayton State Offers College Students a Competition on Pitching Their Big Idea, Apr. 11

How’s your elevator pitch? College students from throughout Georgia will have a chance to find out on Friday, Apr. 11 when the College of Business at Clayton State University holds its first Elevator Pitch Competition at Clayton State from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In case you’re not familiar with an elevator pitch, it’s a talk that quickly presents key information about a business idea regarding a product or service, one that can be given during the course of an elevator ride. The intent of an elevator pitch is to encourage a potential investor to further pursue an opportunity. In other words, according to Dr. Louis Jourdan, chair of the College of Business Department of Management, Marketing & Supply Chain Management and professor of Management, who’s organizing the event, it’s a chance to pitch a big idea. The competition is sponsored by Mitch Johnson with Primerica Financial Services.

In addition to Clayton State students, the College of Business is inviting students from other colleges and universities across the state, from the University of North Georgia to Savannah State, and from the University of West Georgia to Georgia Regents. The competition fee is $10, and registration through the website www.clayton.edu/business/Elevator-Pitch-Competition ends Apr. 4. In addition, the public is invited to hear the elevator pitches, and anyone can attend for free.

The competition presents an opportunity to refine professional skills and is open to students from all majors. The competition judges will be drawn from the corporate and education fields and cash prizes will be awarded to the top three pitches.

CIMS Student Awards Ceremony, Apr. 11

On Friday, Apr.11, the College of Information and Mathematical Sciences (CIMS) will host the Ninth Annual Student Awards Ceremony in the James Baker University Center Commons to honor CIMS students who have excelled academically.

Computer Science (CS), and Information Technology (IT) majors will receive awards in several categories: IT Experiential Learning Student of the Year, IT Outstanding Scholars Award, CS Outstanding Scholar Award, and the CIMS Chancellor's Academic Recognition Award. Several awards are available for Mathematics majors: the Rising Senior Awards, the Annita Hunt Award, and the Billie R. Nail Award and Scholarship.

The highest honor bestowed by CIMS is the Catherine Cowan Aust Award, presented to the "best all-around CIMS major." Dean's List students in all majors and Math Club, ACM, and Wi^2STEM officers will be recognized as well.

The CIMS Student Awards Committee would like to remind the Clayton State University faculty members and students that the Student Awards Ceremony is an invitation only event.

SBDC Writing a Living Business Plan Class, Apr. 11

Friday, Apr. 11, 2014; 9 a.m. – noon

Clayton State University –Fayette

100 World Dr., Ste. 100, Peachtree City

$69 (50% discount for each additional person)

Are you struggling to write a business plan?

Running a business without a plan is like going on a road trip without a map. Learn why a business plan is crucial to your business' success.

Receive 50% off each additional person with the purchase of one registration at full price, $69. All registrations must be made at the same time in order to receive this discount. This discount cannot be combined or used with any other discount or coupon. For more information, please contact Heather Chaney at 678-466-5100 or hchaney@georgiasbdc.org.

35th Annual Sickle Cell Road Race/Walk, Apr. 12The 35th Annual Sickle Cell Road Race/Walk will be held on Saturday, Apr. 12, starting at 9 a.m. at Welcome All Park in College Park.Hosted by South Fulton Running Partners, the 7K (that’s right, it’s a 7K, or approximately 4.35 miles) is the RRCA State Championship and will also include a 4K (just under 2.5 miles – they must like odd distances) walk and a race expo on Friday, Apr. 11 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Runners can use their times for placement in the 2014 Peachtree Road Race.Register online at www.active.com or email race@sicklecellgeorgia.org. For information, call (404) 755-1641.

Vagina Monologues, Apr. 12

Tickets for Clayton State University’s 2014 performance of “The Vagina Monologues” will be on sale beginning this week through Apr. 11.

You may purchase your tickets on Main Street in the James M. Baker University Center for the one time performance on Saturday, Apr. 12, at 2 p.m. in the Student Activities Center Ballroom.

This performance promises to make you laugh, cry and learn something you didn’t know about vaginas. Tickets for all Clayton State affiliates are $5, tickets for the general public are $10. All proceeds will be donated to Southern Crescent Sexual Assault Center.

The editors of the First-Year Writing textbook are seeking essays written for English 1101 and 1102 in the past year! The best essays will be selected for publication in our textbook, Connections: First-Year Writing @ Clayton State, 2014-2015.

And, there’s a Cover Art Contest as well! $150 CASH! The editors of the First-Year Writing textbook are looking for student art submissions. The winner will receive $150 cash and your art will be featured on the cover of the textbook, Connections: First-Year Writing @ Clayton State, 2014-2015.

The art should address the theme: “Connecting to community through writing.” Any medium accepted, as long as you can reproduce the file digitally in high resolution. Send your name, contact information, and entry to marylamb@clayton.edu, by Apr. 15. Contact Lamb if you have any questions.

SBDC Starting a Business Class, Apr. 15

Tuesday, Apr. 15, 2014; 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Clayton State University

2000 Clayton State Blvd.. Arts & Sciences Building Room G229

$69

If you are considering starting a small business, this workshop is a crucial first step.

Topics for discussion include:

* traits of successful entrepreneurs

* market research

* legal structures for your business

* estimating start-up costs & cash flow projections

* financing alternatives

* business failure factors

* business planning

Since lack of planning is one of the top reasons new businesses fail, attending this comprehensive workshop may be one of the most important decisions you make prior to opening your business.

A detailed business start-up book, "How to Start A Business: A Guide for Georgia Entrepreneurs", and other handouts are provided.

50% off for current Clayton State students, faculty & staff; contact Heather Chaney for the discount code. Or receive 50% off each additional person with the purchase of one registration at full price, $69. All registrations must be made at the same time in order to receive this discount. This discount cannot be combined or used with any other discount or coupon. For more information, please contact Heather Chaney at 678-466-5100 or hchaney@georgiasbdc.org.

“Broadway and More,” in Spivey Hall, Apr. 15

The Southern Crescent Symphony and the Southern Crescent Youth Orchestra will be presenting “Broadway and More” on Tuesday, Apr. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in Spivey Hall.

The concert will feature music from a number of Broadway shows along with a performance of the Vivaldi Harp Concerto played by winners of the Georgia Harp Society’s Young Artist Concerto Competition.

Tickets are $10 ($5 for students and free for Clayton State students, faculty and staff).

Student Leadership and Involvement Awards, Apr. 17

Clayton State University student leaders and organizations make significant contributions to the campus environment and surrounding communities. The Student Leadership & Involvement Awards provides the Division of Student Affairs with an opportunity to recognize those outstanding students and organizations for their hard work and dedication.

The Student Leadership and Involvement Awards will take place in the SAC Ballrooms on Thursday, Apr. 17. Please RSVP by Apr. 4 to studentleadership@clayton.edu.

Blogging is one of the best ways to ensure that your website is more than an online brochure.

By creating content that showcases your business, expertise and knowledge, you are providing prospects with the information they need to decide that doing business with you is a great idea.Learn:
• The reasons why your business needs a blog
• Writing tips to reach your ideal client
• Setting goals for your blog
• Creating a content calendar
• Integrating your blog and social media for maximum exposure

Lunch will be provided as part of your registration fee.

April Service Learning Series, Apr. 19

It’s the last Service Learning Series of the semester and we are going out with a ROAR!! (And maybe a “HOWL” or a “GROWL”).

For the month of April, the focus of the Service Learning Series will be on Animal Conservation.

Clayton State students will have the opportunity to work with the Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary in Locust Grove, Georgia assisting with their annual fundraiser; the 4th Annual Zebra Dash 5K and one mile fun run. Duties will include runner registration, course set-up and general operations of the race/run.

In addition to learning about the history and mission of the organization. Participants will also receive insight on the importance of wildlife rehabilitation and education programs.

This event will take place on Saturday, Apr. 19, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Transportation will be provided to those who request it.

If you have any questions, or need any additional information, please contact LaShanda Hardin at (678) 466-5424 or lashandahardin@clayton.edu.

SBDC Small Business Financing Forum, Apr. 21

Monday, Apr. 21, 2014; 10 a.m. – noon

Clayton State University – East

5823 Trammell Rd.

Morrow

Free (but registration is required)

Most companies need working capital to conduct their day-to-day business. This program discusses the use of working capital term loans of up to $50,000 to finance these operations.

Information about this important loan program is essential for anyone wanting to expand the operations of a current business or start a new venture.

Join us in helping you grow your business into the future.

Presented by Fred Crispen of Celtic Bank.

Clayton State Campus Mediation Tournament, Apr. 25

Mediation is a negotiation process in which the disputing parties are assisted by a neutral third-party — a mediator.

In fall of 2013, Clayton State University students won first place at the 2013 International Intercollegiate Mediation Tournament.

Help to continue that tradition and be part of the First Clayton State University Student Mediation Tournament, open to all Clayton State students.

Registration and training will be held on Mar. 21, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., in room T152 of the College of Business. The tournament will be held on Apr. 25, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., also in room T152 of College of Business.

* Why Facebook is a tool in your marketing toolbox; not the whole toolbox

* The difference between profiles and pages

* How social proof & social equity on Facebook can generate sales

* What is Edgerank and how to use it to reach your customers

* 5 Categories of content you need to produce

* 5 Strategies for using photos to generate engagement

Lunch will be provided as part of your registration fee.

Graduate Nursing Program to Hold First Research Symposium, May 2

Dr. Victoria Foster, assistant professor of Nursing and interim director of Clayton State University’s Graduate Nursing Program, has announced that the Graduate Nursing Program will be holding the first of what it expects to be an annual series of Research Symposia.

The Research Symposium will be held on Friday, May 2, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Clayton State main campus in Morrow. The focus for the symposium will be clinical research and its impact on patient outcomes. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Elizabeth Tornquist, author of From Proposal to Publication: An Informal Guide to Writing About Nursing Research. Tornquist, who is retired from the University of North Carolina, travels across the country to speak about writing and publication. According to Foster, there will also be several dynamic and nationally-known nurse researchers/nurse scientists presenting their current research… providing Clayton State students and other attendees with an empowering opportunity within their profession.

“Our graduate students are exposed to educational research, but I wanted them to see and be aware of the importance of clinical research,” explains Foster. “That was the thinking behind creating the symposium.”

Among the presenters will be Clayton State Assistant Professor of Nursing Dr. Dee Tanner, who will be doing a podium as well as a poster presentation. Dr. Lisa Eichelberger, dean of the College of Health at Clayton State (of which the Graduate Nursing Program is a part), will discuss the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) Future of Nursing. She has been working with a group of other Georgia educators on IOM's mission. Also presenting will be Dr. Dawn Aycock and Dr. Patricia Clark, who are both faculty at Georgia State University, and will be presenting on their current research and different research methodologies.

In addition, Dr. Ora Strickland, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Florida International University, will speak about her research, but will also talk about leadership, since some of Clayton State’s graduate nursing students are in the leadership track.

SBDC Why LinkedIn Is So Much More Than an Online Resume (Lunch & Learn), May 2

“Why Video Is The Ultimate Tool for Your Business,” Wednesday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Georgia Archives.

If a picture’s worth a thousand words, what is a video worth to your business?

Used effectively, video can enhance your brand, marketing, and client satisfaction. It can educate, entertain, and energize customers, but only when it’s relevant.

This informative workshop will show you how, where, and when video should be used in your business. You will learn from start to finish how to create a video and incorporate it in a marketing/outreach strategy through effective SEO.

We will also give you information on the latest software and equipment, along with hints for filming to the best advantage.

Dining Dollars Expire May 12, 2014!

Unused Dining Dollars expire May 12. Don’t let your money go to waste! Use them at Jazzman’s, Pizza Hut, SubConnection, Sandella’s or even at the Lakeside Dining Hall for an all-you-care-to-eat meal.

Clayton State to Host 2014 Southeast African Model Union in November

Clayton State University is proud to announce that it will host the 18th Annual Southeast Model African Union from Nov. 6 to Nov. 8, 2014. Clayton State values this opportunity to give the students a highly engaging experience in dealing with international issues. If you are interested in learning more or participating in the SEMAU 2014, contact Dr. Augustine Ayuk at AugustineAyuk@mail.clayton.edu, (678) 466-4848.

Clayton State Reschedules Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony for May 30

The Clayton State Department of Athletics has announced the rescheduling of the department’s initial Hall of Fame induction ceremony for Friday, May 30.

The ceremony was originally scheduled for Feb. 14, but had to be postponed due to inclement weather. For the rescheduled event, there will be a change of venue as the Hall of Fame Dinner and induction ceremony will be held at Crystal Lake Golf and Country Club in Hampton, Ga.

The event will begin with dinner at 7 p.m., followed by the induction ceremony. In addition to the Hall of Fame event, the Department of Athletics is also sponsoring a golf tournament earlier in the day at Crystal Lake.

The tournament will be open to all supporters of Clayton State Athletics. Check-in for the tournament will be at 10:30 a.m., with a shot-gun start at 11 a.m. The cost of the tournament is $100 per person or $400 for a four-person team.

Participants of the golf tournament are also invited to attend the Hall of Fame event later that evening. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Clayton State Department of Athletics. To register for the tournament, please call (678) 466-4678.

TheClayton State Department of Athletics is preparing to kick-off its 2014 summer youth athletic camp schedule.

The first series of camps will begin the week of June 2. All camps are held on the campus of Clayton State University. The department offers athletic camps for boys and girls in the following sports: soccer, basketball, tennis, speed development and a general sports activities camp.

The week-long camps are offered to youth ages six-to-17 years-old and run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Half-day camps are also available either in the morning or in the afternoon. Campers may also choose to combine two different half-day camps if they wish.

Clayton State’s athletic camps are designed to provide the highest quality instruction in a safe, fun, and socially-enriching environment. The primary goal is for all campers to enjoy themselves while also learning and improving their skills.

Daily activities are led by Clayton State head coaches and focus on character building aspects of each individual sport, including self-esteem, discipline and responsibility. The camps combine small group instruction as well as game play to ensure development of fundamental skills and game knowledge.For more information, contact the Clayton State Athletic Department at (678) 466-4678.

Announcements

Registration for Summer and Fall has Begun

Believe it or not, spring semester is almost over! Registration for summer and fall begins on Monday, Mar. 31. Please follow the registration time ticket schedule.

Classification

Hours earned prior to current semester

1st Date to Register

Graduate Students & Seniors

90 + hrs.

March 31, 2014

Juniors

60- 89 hrs.

April 1, 2014

Sophomores

30-59 hrs.

April 2, 2014

Freshman

0-29 hrs.

April 3, 2014

Summer Transient Students

April 21, 2014

TAP & Senior Citizen Waivers

May 22, 2014 (Summer) August 13, 2013 (Fall)

If you have not already, meet with your academic advisor to have any outstanding holds removed (see more information on this below).

All professional academic advisors use an online scheduling system called AdvisorTrac to schedule advisement appointment tutoring.clayton.edu:8001/TracWeb40/Default.html. You should contact faculty advisors directly to determine their availability for advising.

Because of recent changes to state law in January 2014 and federal regulations we are having to implement a change to our registration procedures.

This notice is to inform you about Clayton State University’s new requirements related to registration.

A student’s authorization to enroll in courses at Clayton State University is conditional upon acceptance of all terms and conditions set forth in the Registration Agreement. Students must agree to the terms and conditions when they enter the registration system, and only then they will be permitted to proceed to registration. Students who do not accept the terms and conditions of the Registration Agreement will not be permitted to register in courses at Clayton State University. The complete Registration Agreement is available in the DUCK portal under Student Services

A temporary hold has been placed on your registration. Please go to the “DUCK” and agree to the terms of the Registration Agreement and the hold will be automatically lifted.

If you have any questions, please contact the Bursar’s office at (678) 466-4295.

Unfortunately, some technical issues prevented the Registration Agreement form from working properly on Mar. 31. These issues have been resolved. Please be advised that the Registration Agreement will not be displayed until the day that you are allowed to register (in accordance to your class standing – i.e. senior, junior, sophomore, freshman).

If you experienced difficulty in registering yesterday, please try again.

Clayton State Scholarships

Beginning with the 2014-2015 academic year (Fall Semester 2014 and Spring Semester 2015), students will no longer need to complete a scholarship application for Clayton State scholarships managed by the Financial Aid Office. We will be utilizing a new scholarship software program that will identify students who meet the criteria for each scholarship.

For the scholarships managed by the Financial Aid Office, students do not need to take any action to be considered. All accepted entering freshmen, transfer, graduate, and enrolled continuing students will be automatically considered for all scholarships for which they meet the minimum criteria.

For some scholarships additional information may be needed before an award can be made. In those cases all students who meet the minimum criteria will be sent an email to their Clayton State account informing them of their consideration for a particular scholarship. The email will contain instructions on what the student needs to do if they wish to be considered further for that particular scholarship.

The scholarship selection process will begin after Apr. 1. Students who are selected for a Clayton State scholarship that is managed by the Financial Aid Office will receive notification through their Clayton State email account. Additional information, along with Frequently Asked Questions, can be found on our website.

Some Clayton State scholarships may still require an application such as:

Please check each website for application and deadline information on these scholarships.

Please remember to check the Private Scholarships listing on a regular basis since new scholarship information is listed frequently. The listing is now available in a spreadsheet format for your convenience. The list can be printed or saved on your computer.

There is also a list of free Scholarship Search Sites on our website. Remember that if you have to pay money to apply for a scholarship, it’s most likely a scam.

Operation Study Ambassadors

Would you like to assist other students by promoting studying?

Are you interested in giving back to the Clayton State community?

Do you support high academic achievement?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then being an Operation Study Ambassador is for you!

Operation Study is a university-wide initiative designed to re-invent the academic experience by establishing a campus culture that expects and supports high motivation and academic achievement of Clayton State students.

One of Clayton State University’s best-known and busiest community outreach programs, the public Dental Hygiene Clinic run by the Department of Dental Hygiene, is looking for young patients.

According to Department Chair Dr. Gail Barnes, the Dental Hygiene Clinic has experienced a shortage of children patients, especially children with mixed dentition, that is, both baby and permanent teeth.

“To meet their graduation requirements, senior dental hygiene students are required to provide oral care for a certain number of children,” she explains.

Although Clayton State does have a lot of non-traditional students, including some young dual-enrolled students and many older adult students, Barnes notes that most Clayton State students do not have young family members who can be patients at the clinic. As a result, Barnes is soliciting support from the Clayton State community and the community at large to assist the University’s Dental Hygiene students in this endeavor.

Appointments for the Dental Hygiene Clinic are available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for all ages, but especially for children. For a nominal fee, Clayton State Dental Hygiene students provide dental cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments and x-rays under the direction of dental health clinical faculty.

Please call (678) 466-4920 to schedule an appointment for a young child in your life.

Recruitment for AmeriCorps 2014-2015 Team Happening Now

Love service and volunteering? Then apply to join the largest national network of people GETTING THINGS DONE for their communities!

AmeriCorps (pronounced "Ame-ri-core") is a national service program designed to connect Americans in intensive service to meet critical community needs in education, environment, public safety, disaster preparedness and other human needs.

What do the Clayton State University AmeriCorps Members Do?

·Clayton State University AmeriCorps Members champion issues in the Clayton County community and surrounding areas by participating in monthly service events and recruiting their fellow peers to get involved in community activism!

·AmeriCorps members serve 900 hours of community serviceover the course of 10 months (about 20 hours a week)

·AmeriCorps members spend 15 hours a week tutoring and mentoring local high school students.

·AmeriCorps members participate in the Alternative Service Trip Break Programs

·AmeriCorps members plan and facilitate the monthly AmeriCorps Service Cinema Series

To join the Clayton State University AmeriFamily, complete the 2014-2015 AmeriCorps application which is available for you to pick up now in the Department of Campus Life, located on the second floor of the Student Activities Center.

The Center for Academic Success (CAS) announces the installation of SmartPrint in Edgewater Hall, Ste. 276. Students will have access to the SmartPrint during the business hours of the CAS: Monday through Thursday – 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Apply to Become a University Hearing Panel Member

The Office of Student Community Standards is looking for undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in being a member of the Clayton State University Hearing Panel.

University Hearing Panel members at Clayton State University play an integral role in educating their peers about their rights and responsibilities as members of the Clayton State community, as well as upholding community behavioral standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Uphold the University’s community standards as defined by the Student Code of Conduct and honor the principles of peer governance, confidentiality, and objectivity

2.Make the time commitment of three to five hours per month

3.Share in the task of making challenging and difficult decisions that support the ethical and behavioral standards of the Clayton State University community

4.Attend educational training sessions throughout the year as well as scheduled conduct hearings

5.Set aside personal and/or organizational perspective in order to establish accountability and maintain community standards

6.Maintain a high level of sensitivity, awareness, and maturity when dealing with cases of a very serious and/or delicate nature

7.Participate in and improve the conduct process as needs arise

Qualifications

·Must have Institutional GPA of at least a 2.5 by the end of the summer 2014 term

·Must have 24 credit hours (transfer hours are acceptable) by the end of the summer 2014 term; 6 hours for graduate students

·Must be in good Academic/Disciplinary standing (not currently on Disciplinary probation)

Please note that this application has several sections including a references section. This application may take you approximately 20 minutes to complete. You can start the application and resume progress at a later time by clicking the same link using the same computer and browser. After you have submitted the application you cannot go back to it. If you have problems please contact the office.

Upon receipt of your application we will be contacting you to schedule an interview which will be held the end of April/beginning of May.

New Motorcycle Parking Space

The motorcycle parking space has been relocated to a more noticeable location. It is now in an end of the row space in Lot D across from the Arts and Sciences Building.

Survey on Evening/Weekend Support by the HUB, CID and M&PS

The ITC subcommittee has recently developed a survey to gather the faculty, staff and students’ thoughts on evening and weekend technical support for the Hub, the Center for Instructional Development, and Academic Technology/Media and Print Services and we would like to engage as many faculty, staff, and students as possible.

This survey will help us determine the need and options for evening and weekend support. Please forward the following link to your faculty and staff and encourage them to complete the survey.

C’mon, just play! Online registration is now open for Intramural Volleyball, Kickball, Tennis, Ping Pong, and Outdoor Soccer. Team Registration will close on Mar. 31 at 6 p.m. Sign up early to guarantee your team’s spot!Checkout the NCAA Bracket Challenge as well! Sign up on both IMleagues.com and ESPN.com to ensure your bracket is entered. Registration for the Bracket Challenge will close Mar. 20 at 6 p.m.Open to faculty/staff and students!Check out IMleagues.com for the complete list of our sports; www.IMleagues.com/clayton.If you have questions or need more information, contact Keegan Ashbee at KeeganAshbee@clayton.edu or (678) 466-4973. Visit the web – http://www.clayton.edu/recwell/intramuralsports.Public Safety Updating Notary Public List

The Office of Public Safety is updating its list of notary publics on campus. The current list is as follows:

Rosalind Williams—Edgewater Hall

Nancy Franco—CIMS

Wanda Davis-Bender—Faculty Hall

Vicky Smith—Clayton Hall

Dana Brown— Clayton State – East

Sherree Buchanon—Arts and Sciences

Nikia Yallah— Clayton State – East

If anyone listed above is no longer a notary public, please advise Public Safety. Also, if anyone is a notary but not on the list, please advise Public Safety.

Center for Continuing Education Offering English as a Second Language Classes

The Center for Continuing Education at Clayton State University will be offering English as a Second Language (ESOL) classes at the Center for Continuing Education in Morrow beginning in April 2014.

Information Sessions and Assessments for the ESL classes will be held at the Harry S. Downs Center on the Clayton State main campus on Monday, Apr. 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and on Wednesday, Apr. 16, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the CSU East location.

Students need only to attend one of the Information Session. Classes will begin the week of Apr.28.

For further information, please refer to the Center for Continuing Education’s website at www.conted.clayton.edu or call (678) 466-5118.